Cascabelito 1962

Overview

Cascabelito is a 1962 Mexican film that blends elements of drama and comedy. Directed by Jaime Salvador, the production features a screenplay written by Salvador in collaboration with Marco Antonio Campos. The film stars Marco Antonio Campos, known as Viruta, and Gaspar Henaine, known as Capulina, alongside actress Begoña Palacios and Enrique Rambal. The narrative follows two puppeteers who travel with an orphan child. Seeking to gain recognition and success for their performance, the duo enlists the assistance of a journalist. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and was released in Mexico on April 28, 1962. By combining the efforts of the puppeteers and their professional contact, the story focuses on the group's collective ambition to stand out with their show. The project is documented as part of the filmography of director Jaime Salvador and serves as a notable entry in the comedic and dramatic cinema of the era.